Scary Trails…

Posted on October 23, 2013October 23, 2013 by Miss Conceptionaly

The auspicious day is approaching… and anyone who likes to have fun likes to have FUN, know what I mean Jean?

Upcoming schemes from MissConvenience:

Purgatory BASH
Saturday, 10/26 9pm until Hell freezes over….
At Black Label Cycles 825 Mullberry St in the West Bottoms

David Hasselhoff On Acid
The Stone Sugar Shakedown
Whiskey for the Lady
Purusa
Sri Yantri
Thieves of Flight
The Bombshells as Pinup girls
Emcee MissConception
Bus 2 Show with Somebunny!
Pyro Sun Circus
$20 cover includes beer or $50 open bar

Facebook EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/698755456819445/

Make sure you tell them MISSCONCEPTION sent you at the door!

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Monthly Goddess Gathering on Sunday, October 27th
Beginning at Mark Blanchardt’s Yoga Studio 4pm for Kirtan
Acro Yoga session with Kristin afterwards at 5504 Troost (6pm)
Bring your Goddess energy, sacred objects, a poem or reading and let’s get into it!

Goddess Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/543754585696722/
Kirtan Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/246051068882602/

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Flow-a-Roke 10/27 (7pm) after Yoga (5pm)
Come stretch it out, and then bring your favorite song and flow prop and show off your skills! Everyone will pick a song and get their 3-5 minutes to show off their flow. Think Karaoke, but with Hoops and Poi! Donations accepted! 5504 Troost

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/170355663169724/?ref=5

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Halloween Night: All Hallow’s Eve ShinDig 10/31 8pm at THE SHIP
(1221 Union – enter in the alleyway behind 1221 Union… look for FIRE!)

Live music, DJs, Ambiance, Tarrot Reading, Fire Spinning, S’mores & more

LineUp:
Johnny Chavez
WSTNDGRL
Ruckus
DJ PROZAC & DSpang
Mercury Mad
Miss Conception
Negro Scoe
Nightlife Jones
The Lucky
$10 Cover / $5 if you dress up

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/591234154276561/

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CiciadaWeen in Lawrence, KS (Abe & Jakes)
Friday, November 1st with BOOMBOX and more!

Ride the Bus to Show from KC!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/219372998218268/

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Sonic Temple 2nd Sundays
at the Foundation – November 10th 4-8 pm
Yoga with Gretchen (starts at 4)
Kirtan with Jeri Birdshal 5pm
Music with Harmony Mindzeye 6pm
DJ Bradley 6:30 pm
Drumming
Juice Bar available
More details coming soon!

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Art of Drag: November 16th Uptown Arts Bar 9pm
Featuring Mercury Mad, Brian Maloney, Diamond Dan, Shannon’s Simply Sweet, Cheri Lou Woods and MORE! We aren’t done dressing up yet! You have now been given total permission to go BUCK WILD!

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/185555681616367/

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In the words of Nightlife Jones…
“Thinking that we can’t do this everyday is where we mess up…. so treat everyday like Halloween and DRESS UP”

<3,
MissConnivence

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The perks of being a muse….

Posted on October 16, 2013October 16, 2013 by Miss Conceptionaly

As a verb, to muse is to consider something thoughtfully.

As a noun, it means a person — especially a woman — who is a source of artistic inspiration.

In mythology, the Muses were nine goddesses who symbolized the arts and sciences. Today, a muse is a person who serves as an artist’s inspiration. Often filmmakers talk about a certain actor being a muse to the director. Writers, painters, musicians, and other artists have muses. Muse can also refer to thinking deeply. If you muse about something, you’re giving it serious thought. Today, we muse a muse, amusingly enough. And then there was MUSE….

I’ve often begged the question, is it better to be a muse, or to have a muse? Some think the two are not mutually exclusive, though I find it difficult to be both in one moment. Often one transfers the energy to the next and A mused becomes THE muse for the next generation. I’ve also stumbled upon some strict repercussions to being a muse, especially if you’re doing your job well. Let’s explore:

The greatest risk a teacher runs lies in teaching others to do the craft you have previously mastered. As a professional dancer or fire performer, it should be (and has been) my mission to not only entertain but to inspire others to learn to create their own magic. Master their own craft. Hone their skill. Which is an asset, and a risk. An asset because now there are more fire dancers in the world, and who doesn’t like that?! And a risk because, as evolution furthers, the muse has helped cultivate a new breed of fire dancers, better than ever dreamed of to fill the shoes of those who are on their way out.

It’s the age old challenge of being a performer… younger, fresher faces on the scene, eager to dance in the spotlight, for free if necessary, because being on stage is just THAT tantalizing. I don’t blame anyone, least of all myself, for carving to be admired from afar and/or coddled up close. Getting paid is the icing on the cake. What we’re really here to do as artists, is to amaze. Fascinate. Blow minds so hard up that they’ve GOT to have more. Where does staying humble fit into that lifestyle?

Really once you throw money at the situation everything changes. It’s like quantum physics principle…. you look at the atom and suddenly you can’t measure it any longer. Here we are with our art, doing it because we LOVE art simply for the joy it brings us. Add the element of making a living, and suddenly, one becomes DESPERATE to sell their art. Shoving it in the faces of others. “Here, look at me, I’m a great artist” and BOOM, the ego is born.

There is a fine line between empowering someone and encouraging the overly-eager ego. I’ve worked with a few students, who start off shy and quiet, with dreams of being confident enough to own a stage. After months/years of dedication, encouragement, humble feedback and mess-ups, their confidence level begins to shift into empowerment. But where does one stop before they hit narcissistic? Once you get the ball rolling, momentum makes it hard to slow down.

Artists are notorious for hoarding big egos. I’ve always been under the impression that one should not have to deem themselves a great artist, a great performer or a great writer. The art and end product should speak for itself. If I have to spend time trying to convince someone that “I am indeed a rapper and you really would like my music” I am wasting my time and that of my audience’s.

As an artist myself, every day is a challenge to make sure the right message is being presented, while staying humble. Humility is a practiced skill, just as spinning poi or flaming hoops. We must let our art speak for itself. Never forget where wisdom comes from. It is all of our’s, to share, not to covet.

And when the ego grows larger than the performer’s performance itself, what IS a muse to do about it?

Write a blog about it, I guess… and hope they read it.

With love,
MissConviction

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MissConceptualizing’s Art of Asking

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Miss Conceptionaly

We’ve learned to becoming accepting in a society that has made asking into an art. Busking performances, non-profit campaigns, “make your donation at the door”…. Lend me your ears, I ask of you, and perhaps we shall come to stand on sacred ground.

I’ve never been one to ask for much help from anyone unless they have volunteered their services. The VibeTribe of Kansas City has come together as a collaborative effort to make more magic as a synergistic whole than we could do separately. Our studio on 5504 Troost was a gift, because we ASKED for a space, and the universe provided. Now we have bills to pay, a space to clean and run, and it’s quite the learning experiences! Nothing comes easy, even when you ask for it! Be careful what you wish for, they say, is becoming more true by the day.

Well, my goals and future endeavors include producing fun, sacred events that incorporate music, movement and medicinal intentions, as well as making my own music for you to enjoy. And by asking for your support, not only are you contributing to my dreams, but to that of your own as well. What events would you LIKE to see produced? I’ve got a Halloween show in the bottoms coming forth, Thanksgiving in place of the Shwag in the works, Sonic Temple 2nd Sundays full of kirtan, wheat grass and dubDJdrumming, as well as hooparoke sessions and more.

So I ask YOU again, what sort of events or performances would YOU like to see in KC? We’re talking about pushing the envelope. Making moves to the next level. Innovation after innovation, we shall not settle for complacency.

Going 5 years strong making music and producing events, I need your help to take this episode to the next rung. I feel as though we’ve only just begun tapping into what magic we could be making, if I only knew we had the support and compassion necessary to produce a sacred community.

Please, dig deep into your pocket, your change bucket, your piggy bank, and donate what you can. Every $1 helps. $15 will get you an album. More will get you a private party 🙂 I ask you. For your help. And I thank you. For believing in the cause. Namaste ॐ

Like the VibeTribe Here: https://www.facebook.com/TheVibeTribeKC

DONATE HERE: https://www.indiegogo.me/at/MissConception

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Someone said…

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Miss Conceptionaly

Everyone in the music business is trying…. trying to get them selves out there…. get a leg up. Trying to make a name for themselves. Someone said “you should start a blog”. Well gee…. I did that years ago, but I don’t remember the last time I blogged. So here I am. The Miss Conception. Listening to what someone said. Blogging. Oh boy.

At first I thought…. well there’s another thing to add to my ‘to-do’ list. “BUT THINK OF THE OPPORTUNITY” my Jimminy Cricket responded. “A captive audience! A chance to get my message out there! I love writing, why not?” Someone said blogging was the way to go… and here we go (!)

Do I always listen to what people say? Fact: I’ve made a point to listen, but not always follow what my elders have said. Why they do tend to know best, they don’t always understand the scope of the situation at hand. Oh the challenges we could address here… my Grandfather always says “I don’t know what I know until I see what I say” (an Auden the Poet quote). I’m pretty sure I’ve driven most of my family crazy, for when they ask innocently “what is it you want to do when you grow up Sara”? the only response I can come up with is: “I want to be a rapper”. #DUH

Someone said to write for a magazine. Someone else said: why don’t you ghost write songs for some of the bigger stars. Ugh. I want to write under MY rules. My topics. This is MY ego we’re dealing with here! Ok, we can leave the ego out of it. Ergo, THIS BLOG is going to be designated as a creative space where NO ONE CAN SAY what I must write about. And the best part, YOU DON’T HAVE TO READ IT.

You may find poetry, you may get a new song I’ve released, or MAYBE this blog will serve as a political rant platform of which I have no business sticking my brown nose into. Bottom line, I’m writing for me, because that is what I do. Communication. On point. As concisely as possible.

Thank you for your time, and remember, DO NOT EVER DO WHAT I’VE SAID unless it fits with your own morals and your own constitution.

One Love * One Tribe * One Vibe

Upcoming Gigs:

Friday October 11th:

Beth Byrd’s Physical Flow Show at Just Off Broadway Theater

Saturday, October 12th:

• Water Fire on the Plaza 6pm

• Mike Kelly’s Westsider Water Fire After Party MissConception set 10pm

October 17-20th:

Harvest Fest in Arkansas

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Don’t miss any conceptions coming up!

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Miss Conceptionaly

If you’re looking for a good party in KC or Lawrence, make sure you add Re:animated Audio Visual Entertainment on facebook for all the upcoming events… we’ll be in KC on February 5th for Urban Assult, and in Lawrence on February 11th for Ice Cold Beats!

Re:animated on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=276554123011

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Lawrence

Fresh Ink Poetry Slurrrr – Every First Wednesday of the Monday

Wednesday, February 2 at 9:30pm Cover $3 21+

The Jazzhaus of Lawrence 926.5 Massachusettes Lawrence, KS

This Month- Feature Poet: Mickey Cesar

Guest Band: Jazzfunk

Your Host: Miss Conception

Evening Flow –

Feature Poet: 10:00

Followed by an Open Mic

Freestyle Cypher Jam 12:00 midnight

All poets, rappers, flowers, comedians, performers, dancers, artists and musicians welcome!!!

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Rant & Rave Wednesday – Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday!

Wednesday, February 9 at 6:00 pm

@ The Velvet Dog

400 E 31st St Kansas City, MO

Rant & Rave at the Velvet Dog, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday night on Martini Corner. Feature poet and open mic spoken word performances! Full menu available.

Happy hour drink & appetizer specials!

http://www.velvetdog.com/

$5 suggested donation entry

18+ until 10 p.m.

(21+ after 10 p.m.)

Feature Poet Schedule

~Feb 9th Professor Nightlife Jones

~Feb 23rd MissConception

~Mar 9th JP McNamara

~Mar 23rd Lucid of Human CropCircles

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Divine Diva’s Tribute to Love Burlesque Show!!!

Monday, February 14 at 8:00pm

Czar Bar 1531 Grand Blvd.

Show begins @ 9pm

21+ $10 COVER

I’ll be hula hoopin with the ladies!

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❖❖❖ thePhantom* Band RETURNS! @ Czar Bar ❖❖❖

Friday, February 25 at 9:00pm

Conscous Hiphop madness featuring:

thePhantom* Band (thePhantom* + Stonedeph)

PHANCY the Siberian TIGER. RAWRR

The Phantastic Circus * COME ONE COME ALL! *

Magic, fire, led’s, beverages, music, goodies…

the elusive MISS CONCEPTION to present aural fixations.

21+ [sorry kiddies!] ❖ $5 ❖ DRESS TO IMPRESS

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Jazz Poetry Jams at the Blue Room – Every Third Tuesday of the Month

Next Event: Tuesday, February 15^th

The Blue Room 18^th and Vine

7:00 p.m. $5 all ages

Feature poet on at 8:00

Open Mic SLAM at 9:00

Cash prizes

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Soul Sessions ((Every Monday at the Juke House))

The Juke House on 18th and Vine

8:00 $5 21+

special menu and drink specials

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GRATITUDE OPEN MIC NIGHT

Stone Spirit Lodge – Every 2^nd Friday

Friday, February 12 · 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Gratitude Open Mic Night at Stone Spirit Lodge now on Second Fridays!!

Continuing a year long tradition begun at The Rime Buddhist Center and now moved to a new home at Stone Spirit Lodge.

Host: Ecstatic Poet Paul Goldman

What: Poets & Musicians bring your uplifting best. Everyone one stop in to be gratefully entertained! Express Gratitude by bringing canned goods for Harvesters Community Food Network.

Special Guest: Maya Zahira Belly Dance Troupe.

Sign Up for Performers starts just before 7pm. Arrive early to pick your time slot.

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CD Release Party and more!

Posted on November 5, 2010November 5, 2010 by Miss Conceptionaly

Miss Conception CD Release Party
December 11th • 8:00 p.m. Sharp

at the Uptown’s Conspiracy Room!

Featuring : Adam Jay of Indianapolis, Galactic Soul Tribe, Andrew Boie

Miss Conception w/ DJ Heather Sky

Phenometron (DJ Z Sonic, Madison DeCamp, Miss C and Nightlife Jones)

Wonkachild

Peter D. Rabbit rockin the Live Visuals

Live body painting by GLOW

Lights by Rockstar Lighting

Belly Dancing Hallucinations by Troupe Duende

VisualGoodies

Eden Custom shoes by Collin “Mope One” Currier

Cover: $10
All Ages/ 21+ to drink
PLUR & ROAR in full effect

facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1429332178826&set=a.1427114163377.2062399.1398494910&comments=&alert=#!/event.php?eid=146704492042060

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Friday, November 11th – Memoirs of Rhythmic Poet, featuring performances from Miss Conception, Miss T, Erik Stafford, Show Tyme, All in One, Dutch Newman and more! Cost is $10 and there are two shows at 6:30 and 10:30 at Westport Coffeehouse

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=882806172359&oid=48391294351#!/event.php?eid=152180438150646

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Posted on September 23, 2010 by Miss Conceptionaly

Hey ya’ll! I know it’s been a while, but I’ve got some exciting events coming up!

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE for my CD Release Party:
Saturday, December 11th
Psychedelic HipHop
(more details to come)

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Also check out the below events and see what fits into your groove:

Friday October 1st is Art-a-Palooza in the old KC Star Building at 1805 Grand, going allll night from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (My timeslot will be around 8:30 p.m.) 1 Night, 3 Floors, Over 10,000 Square Feet, 7 DJ’s, Lights & Screens, Hoop Dance, Massages, Body Paint, Fire Spinning, Live Sketching, Live Music, Spoken Word, Dance, Visual Art and Comedy. WOAH
link: Art-A-Palooze on Facebook

Wednesday, October 6th in Lawrence is the monthly Fresh Ink Poetry SLURrrrr going down at the Jazzhaus, 9p.m. My new group, Phenometron will be making our debut performance, so come by 21+ $3 cover link: Fresh Ink on Facebook

Friday, October 22nd in downtown KC: ROOFTOP Poetry SLAM at John’s Upperdeck, 928 Wyandotte, FREE Poetry contest with $100 CASH Prize from 8:00 – 10 :00 p.m., followed by Dj Performances by: J Fortune, NmeZee, Hoodnasty, Disorder Crew, Phenometron ( Live PA Performanc) and more! This event is FREE till 10:00 p.m., 5$ after, 21+ till 3:00 a.m. ON THE ROOF! link: Rooftop SLAM on Facebook

Friday, October 29th at the Scion Lab is the Dread-Full Harvest Bash … A night of Fall Festivities! Conscious Reggae! Costume Contest! Music includes: Liv Stat, MindzEye, Jah Kings, DJ Richmo, Miss Conception, D.J. Jabberock and fire performances! Bring your hoops, and fire toys. This will be an all ages indoor/outdoor event. Price is 7$ at the door, doors open at 8:00 p.m. Show starts at 9:00 p.m. link: Dread-Full Harvest Bash on Facebook

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In case you haven’t checked your watch lately, the moon is currently full on the Autum Equinoix, and times are a changin… forces of nature are rearrangin, decisions being made, so make yous wisely, intentionally and good heartedly.

WhErE do you need to go?

WhO do you need to be?

WhAt do you need to do to survive your life?

Visiualize. Become your life. And take me with you!

More information on the full moon equinox: exhibit A exhibit B

Stay cool, as always… support community… take care of each other…

lovely,
Miss Conception

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KConsciousness: We are expanding

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Miss Conceptionaly

We are revamping! We are recreating our experiences every moment of every lifetime and this time it’s up to you. Are you a poet? Are you a conscious poet? Are you a KConscious poet? You decide.

Kconsciousness is undergoing a new format, and we’re trying something a little different. This is not about 1, or 3 or 10 poets doing a show. This is about forming a community. A collective. Let us allow the name KConsciousness to represent us as a whole. A hub. A life force for which we can all call upon and utilize whenever necessary. Can you dig this:

Our mission is to open up the minds of our sisters and brothers through the use of each other’s spoken word; we are poets redefining our worth through the use of our tongues as that which is of this earth and sun. Poets. Here to sir the stagnation of those in hibernation. Here to allow ventilation and here to demand representation. Most importantly, KConsciousness is group of individuals breaking down stereotypes in order to raise the level of our vibration. We do so by using poetics to provoke higher-level problem solving and ice breaking amongst the tribes. We are the vibes we have waited for and we wait no more.

If you are ready to experience and/or become among the KConscious tribe, you can do one of two things: You can start by posting poetic events and activities here on THIS page so that we might unite as one tribe, one vibe.

That being said, you should plan on attending saidslam on October 22nd at John’s UpperDeck, 8:00 p.m. for a FREE poetry slam with $100 prize, followed by performances from the Ezee brothers and a groundbreaking set from two of KConscious’ founding poets, Nightlife Jones and Miss Conception. It will be a dance floor essence!

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KConscious poets will be participating in a number of shows coming up, so be sure to check back for upcoming events. For now, how bout a feestyle 101: Things that rhyme with flow. GO!

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